A dense RPG where Act 3 becomes a CPU stress test due to the high number of NPCs. An SSD is vital for loading times. 16GB of RAM is recommended, and the game benefits greatly from upscaling tech like DLSS and FSR.
Actual FPS may vary based on RAM speed, background processes, and other system factors
Performance Report
At 1080p, frame rates range from 57 to 111 FPS depending on quality settings. At 1440p, frame rates range from 36 to 70 FPS. At 4K, frame rates range from 19 to 42 FPS.
The Radeon Pro Vega 64X is 19% below recommended, but 39% above minimum for Baldur's Gate 3. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is 94% above the recommended CPU (Core i7-8700K).
The Radeon Pro Vega 64X sets the FPS ceiling at all 1080p settings, all 1440p settings, all 4k settings, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D still has additional frame-generation headroom.
Approximated average price on current market:
Combo price: $2584. At 1080p Ultra, this combo delivers 57 FPS, equivalent to 0.02 FPS per dollar.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p | 0.043 fps/$ | 0.034 fps/$ | 0.030 fps/$ | 0.022 fps/$ |
| 1440p | 0.027 fps/$ | 0.020 fps/$ | 0.019 fps/$ | 0.014 fps/$ |
| 4k | 0.016 fps/$ | 0.012 fps/$ | 0.010 fps/$ | 0.007 fps/$ |
* Table values represent FPS per Dollar (higher is better)
This section is based on estimated CPU/GPU FPS ceilings, not utilization percentages.
At 4k medium, the Radeon Pro Vega 64X sets the ceiling at about 25 FPS, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has headroom up to 137 FPS. In this scenario, the GPU limits the CPU potential by 82% (FPS gap: 112 FPS). Overall distribution: GPU limits 12/12 cells, CPU limits 0/12, balanced 0/12.
Your Radeon Pro Vega 64X is the limiting side in the heaviest mismatch. This means part of the Ryzen 7 7800X3D frame-generation potential remains unused in those settings.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | GPU Limits CPU 52% | GPU Limits CPU 59% | GPU Limits CPU 54% | GPU Limits CPU 60% |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | GPU Limits CPU 64% | GPU Limits CPU 71% | GPU Limits CPU 66% | GPU Limits CPU 68% |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | GPU Limits CPU 77% | GPU Limits CPU 82% | GPU Limits CPU 82% | GPU Limits CPU 82% |
We estimate the maximum FPS the processor can sustain and the maximum FPS the graphics card can sustain in each setting, then compare those limits directly.
Limit Factor formula: (stronger - weaker) / stronger. Example: if CPU ceiling is 200 FPS and GPU ceiling is 140 FPS, then GPU limits CPU by 30%.
CPU Limits GPU means the processor ceiling is lower. GPU Limits CPU means the graphics ceiling is lower. Balanced means the FPS ceilings are close enough that the gap is negligible.
A component can still be the FPS limiter without reaching 100% utilization. The displayed percentages are derived from FPS ceilings, not generic utilization heuristics.
| Resolution | Low | Medium | High | Ultra |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1080p (Full HD) | CPU34% - 60% <> GPU69% - 74% <> | CPU34% - 53% <> GPU78% - 86% <> | CPU34% - 37% <> GPU88% - 93% <> | CPU31% - 36% <> GPU96% - 98% <> |
| 1440p (2K QHD) | CPU32% - 58% <> GPU76% - 77% <> | CPU32% - 51% <> GPU86% - 88% <> | CPU32% - 34% <> GPU96% - 98% <> | CPU29% - 34% <> GPU99% - 100% <> |
| 4K (Ultra HD) | CPU53% - 63% <> GPU75% - 77% <> | CPU53% - 54% <> GPU84% - 88% <> | CPU38% - 53% <> GPU94% - 97% <> | CPU38% - 53% <> GPU99% - 100% <> |
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D + Radeon Pro Vega 64X pairing runs this title with CPU utilization between 29% and 63% and GPU utilization between 69% and 100%. Ryzen 7 7800X3D keeps significant headroom across presets, while Radeon Pro Vega 64X carries most of the graphics load at heavier visual settings. As resolution scales, average GPU load rises from 85% at 1080p to 90% at 4K, while CPU averages move from 40% to 51%.
From a utilization perspective, this is a GPU-heavy load profile. At 1440p (2K QHD) Ultra, the Radeon Pro Vega 64X averages 100% usage (99-100%), while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D stays at 32% (29-34%). This shows the graphics pipeline is carrying most of the workload, but utilization alone does not define the FPS limiter.
At 1080p, averages sit around CPU 40% and GPU 85%. At 1440p, that shifts to CPU 38% and GPU 90%, and at 4K it reaches CPU 51% and GPU 90%. This shows that workload scaling is present on both components, with stronger pressure on the GPU.
1440p (2K QHD) Medium is the most balanced preset based on this dataset. It runs around CPU 42% (32-51%) and GPU 87% (86-88%), which keeps Radeon Pro Vega 64X well utilized without constant max-out behavior while Ryzen 7 7800X3D remains stable for consistent frame delivery.
Upgrade priority should be the GPU. The Radeon Pro Vega 64X reaches 100% average load at 1440p (2K QHD) Ultra while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D still has headroom, so a faster graphics card would deliver the largest uplift.
Understanding Hardware Utilization: These percentages represent how much of your component's maximum processing power is actively being used during gameplay. They describe hardware load, but they do not directly tell you which component sets the FPS ceiling.
Important: a CPU or GPU can still be the FPS limiter without reaching 100% utilization. Two processors can both show 40% usage and still deliver very different frame rates, depending on per-core speed, cache, engine threading, driver overhead, and frame preparation efficiency.
Data generated by our Machine Learning engine trained on real-world benchmarks. Shows the approximate average utilization at each setting.
See how your processor and graphics card compare against the game official minimum and recommended system specs. The placement of your hardware is calculated using relative synthetic performance scores to help you gauge overall playability.
Your CPU is 94% below recommended and your GPU is 19% below recommended, but both meet minimum specs. Playable at Low/Medium settings, 1080p or below.
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The Ryzen 7 7800X3D and Radeon Pro Vega 64X will struggle to run Baldur's Gate 3 at smooth framerates. At 1080p Ultra, you can expect around 57 FPS which is classified as "playable". Consider lowering settings or upgrading your hardware.
This CPU + GPU combo costs approximately $2584 ($384 CPU (Rank #212 Value) + $2200 GPU (Rank #83 Value)). Your Radeon Pro Vega 64X is currently the main performance bottleneck and its market value ($2200) is actually higher than newer, faster alternatives. Trading it or upgrading could yield immediate profit and performance gains. For example, upgrading to the Quadro RTX 4000 (móvel) for around $900 (Rank #11 for value) could deliver noticeably better performance while costing less than your current GPU.
For Baldur's Gate 3, upgrading the GPU would give you the most noticeable improvement. The Radeon Pro Vega 64X is the limiting factor here, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D still has spare capacity. A more powerful GPU would unlock higher FPS, especially at higher resolutions and quality presets. GPU-limited at: 1080p low, 1080p medium, 1080p high, 1080p ultra, 1440p low, 1440p medium, 1440p high, 1440p ultra, 4k low, 4k medium, 4k high, 4k ultra.
Baldur's Gate 3 does not currently support Frame Generation technologies like DLSS 3 or FSR 3. Your performance is based entirely on native rendering. If the game adds support in a future update, newer GPUs will benefit the most.
Baldur's Gate 3 requires at minimum a Core i5-4690 (CPU) and GeForce GTX 970 (GPU) with 8 GB RAM and 150 GB (SSD) storage. For the recommended experience, you need a Core i7-8700K and GeForce RTX 2060 Super with 16 GB RAM. Your setup meets the minimum requirements but falls short of the recommended specs. You may need to lower some settings for smooth performance.
These Baldur's Gate 3 FPS results are not arbitrary numbers. They come from calculations informed by thousands of real gaming benchmarks, and the typical accuracy range is around 10% to 15%. That makes them far more useful than generic FPS calculators that simply invent values without a benchmark foundation. Actual in-game performance can still vary with drivers, updates, RAM configuration, cooling, and the exact scene being rendered.
Performance estimates are based on synthetic benchmarks and hardware capabilities.
Results may vary based on drivers, OS, and background processes.
